No, a starter must be used.
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No, a single pole switch cannot replace a starter in a fluorescent lamp. The starter is required to initiate the flow of current through the tube, which a switch alone cannot accomplish. The switch is used for turning the lamp on and off once the starter has activated the lamp.
A motor starter usually has an overload heater incorporated into it. A single pole switch does not have that type of protection. There are many brands of fractional motor starter switches. These types of switches are sized by the motors full load amperage. These types are dual purpose being that they can be used as the motors isolation switch and also they can be used as motor protection for the connected motor.
This type of circuit would never be used. The two way fluorescent system would depend on the voltage being supplied by the two lamp circuit switch. If the switch turns off the two lamp circuit the rest of the circuit with the fluorescent fixture would become inoperable.
This issue is often caused by a faulty starter or ballast. You can try replacing the starter first as it is the simpler and cheaper fix. If the issue persists, it may be necessary to replace the ballast with a new one. Make sure to turn off the power before attempting any repairs.
The issue of the starter staying engaged after the vehicle starts on a 92 Topaz could be due to a faulty starter solenoid, a damaged starter motor, or a problem with the ignition switch. It is recommended to have the starter system inspected and repaired by a professional mechanic to properly diagnose and fix the problem.
Yes and no. It can run without a starter, but it can't start. The starter stores energy and releases it all at once, causing a higher voltage. The gas in the tube has a higher resistance when not lit, so it takes more voltage to start it glowing. Once it is glowing, the resistance is lower, so it can run without a starter.